7 h. ago Brits issued UK heatwave warning as red heat maps show 32C scorcher to melt entire country

The Met Office has issued a "moderate" wildfire risk warning and an "extreme" wildfire alert for parts of Scotland, and fire chiefs have issued a stark heatwave warning

Events

11 h. ago Starmer ‘accepts invite’ to visit Trump during expected trip to Scotland

Scottish Police say they are preparing for possible visit by US president later this month

Politics

11 h. ago Starme ‘accepts invite’ to visit Trump during expected trip to Scotland

Scottish Police say they are preparing for possible visit by US president later this month

Politics

13 h. ago Keir Starmer accepts invitation to visit Donald Trump in Scotland

US president is set to officially open a new golf course at his resort on the North Sea coast at MenieKeir Starmer has accepted an invitation to visit US president Donald Trump during his expected trip to Scotland this month, according to a report.The details of the visit, including the date, are still being finalised, Reuters reported. The White House has not commented on the report. Continue reading...

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19 h. ago Lions call up Jamie Osborne with Blair Kinghorn to miss first Lions Test

Full-back’s injury may return later in seriesOwen Farrell on bench against invitational XVBlair Kinghorn is to miss the opening Test of the British & Irish Lions series against Australia but has not yet been ruled out of the entire tour. While scans have suggested Kinghorn’s knee ligament injury is not as serious as initially feared, the full-back is understood to be resigned to missing next week’s first Test in Brisbane and Ireland’s Jamie Osborne has been called up as cover.The 23-year-old Osborne will arrive in Australia on Saturday and is the third injury replacement to link up with the squad. Ben White and Owen Farrell have already filled the gaps left by Tomos Williams and Elliot Daly respectively but the Lions management are being cagey about the precise details of Kinghorn’s injury, which he suffered during the first quarter of the 36-24 win over the Brumbies in Canberra on Wednesday. Continue reading...

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19 h. ago Trust me, he’s gonna be fine – Ben Earl backs Owen Farrell to roar for Lions

Farrell is set to make the first appearance of his fourth expedition with the side.

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19 h. ago 15 Scotland internationals who could make transfer moves this summer

These 15 Scotland stars could be lining up for new clubs next season - if the transfer rumours are true.

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23 h. ago The Scottish hotel Hollywood star Matt Damon says serves 'the best food' in the world

The 54-year-old actor had dinner with cast and crew at the hotel while filming Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey in Scotland

Society

25 h. ago Owen Farrell to make British and Irish Lions tour debut against AUNZ Invitational XV

Lions set for stern challenge against strong opposition in Adelaide ahead of first Test showdown with Australia

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26 h. ago Owen Farrell to make first appearance of Lions tour in final audition before Tests

The English fly half will feature off the bench in Adelaide as the Lions face an AUNZ Invitational XV

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26 h. ago Owen Farrell to make Lions tour debut in last chance for players to stake Test claims

Farrell among replacements against invitational XVBeirne leads Lions against former Aus-NZ Test playersOwen Farrell will feature in his first game of the British & Irish Lions tour on Saturday after being picked on the bench against an invitational XV comprising players from Australia and New Zealand in what will be the touring team’s final game before next week’s first Test.The 33-year-old last played international rugby at the 2023 Rugby World Cup before stepping away from Test rugby to “prioritise his and his family’s mental wellbeing” but is now set to play his 19th game for the Lions across four tours. Continue reading...

Sport

26 h. ago Five Scotland stars get final Lions Test audition chance as Owen Farrell decision made

Farrell picks heavy Scottish contingent in final warm-up match

Politics

26 h. ago Lions name new team as Jac Morgan gets final chance to prove Test credentials

The Wales star has one final chance to impress before the first Test

Politics

44 h. ago 'Singing away': Lions issue big update on Scotland star after injury concern

Scotland star in race to make Test matches after knee knock

Events

47 h. ago We should focus on what Kneecap are concerned about, says Swinney

The First Minister was mentioned at the rap trio’s show in Glasgow on Tuesday.

Politics

48 h. ago Lions hit by fresh injury blow in problem position as Scotland star trudges off

Dalziel says move was ‘precautionary’ as tourists keep fingers crossed for 15

Events

50 h. ago ‘They can’t stop us’: Kneecap hit back against Swinney at Glasgow gig

The band played a sold-out O2 Academy show after their spot at TRNSMT was axed following calls from the First Minister and warnings from police.

Events

61 h. ago Billie Eilish's Scottish roots as star gushes over love for Scotland after OVO Hydro gigs

Billie Eilish, who played two nights at Glasgow's OVO Hydro this week, has opened up about her Scottish ancestry and her deep love for Scotland

Science

67 h. ago Rangers deal 'collapses', Hibs update on £1m target, Scotland star linked to move

The latest Scottish football transfer news on Tuesday afternoon, including the latest rumours from Rangers, Celtic, Hibs and the Scotland national team.

Economics

3 d. ago Lions captain Maro Itoje backs Owen Farrell for England return

Former captain Farrell is eligible for England again after agreeing a return to Saracens for next season from Racing 92.

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